Randhankhedi - Tonk Khurd, Dewas
Randhankhedi is a village situated in the Tonk Khurd tehsil of Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tonk Khurd and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Dewas. Randhankhedi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Randhankhedi is 473280. The village covers a total geographical area of 804.75 hectares and falls under the 455001 pincode. Tonk Khurd is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Randhankhedi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sonkatch Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dewas Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Randhankhedi
As per Census 2011, Randhankhedi village has a total population of 2,137 people, consisting of 1,082 males and 1,055 females. The village has 369 households and a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males. There are 250 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,352 literate and 785 illiterate residents. Additionally, 276 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 18 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Randhankhedi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,137 | 1,082 | 1,055 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 250 | 139 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 276 | 130 | 146 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 12 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 1,352 | 827 | 525 |
| Illiterate Population | 785 | 255 | 530 |
Nearby Villages of Randhankhedi
Randhankhedi is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Khajuria | South-West | 2.19 km |
| Chidawad | North-East | 2.77 km |
| Ratankhedi | North | 2.83 km |
| Upadi | South | 3.41 km |
| Banarsi | North-West | 3.43 km |
| Tonkkalan | South-East | 3.84 km |
| Malkheda | West | 3.99 km |
| Kathbadoda | West | 4.32 km |
| Bairwakhedi | East | 4.47 km |
| Bhatuni | South-West | 4.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Randhankhedi
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Randhankhedi. The nearest railway station is Silakhedi, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tonk Khurd to Randhankhedi is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dewas to Randhankhedi is about 24 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Randhankhedi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Randhankhedi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Randhankhedi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Randhankhedi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Randhankhedi
Where is Randhankhedi located?
Randhankhedi village is located in Tonk Khurd Tehsil, Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Randhankhedi?
Randhankhedi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Randhankhedi?
The pincode of Randhankhedi is 455001.
What is the population of Randhankhedi?
Randhankhedi has a total population of 2,137, including 1,082 males and 1,055 females.
How many households are there in Randhankhedi?
There are 369 households in Randhankhedi.
What is the literacy rate in Randhankhedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Randhankhedi is 63.27%. Male literacy is 76.43% and female literacy is 49.76%.